Learn to Pray Like Daniel
Which Bible heroes never failed? Daniel stands out. Not once does the Bible record him committing an error or sin. No man was perfect except Jesus, but Daniel is a rare treasure among the faithful...
View ArticleDo I Have to Go to Church?
People search this question on Google about 30 times a week… If you’re one of those 30 people, this post is for you! If you’re at church 3-4 times each week, you’ll also benefit from what I have to...
View ArticleHow to Be Holy (Old Testament Style)
For the good, the bad, and the uncomfortable, go to the Old Testament. Because it’s largely a narrative, the Old Testament shows cause and effect—of every kind. You can trust it to tell the juicy...
View ArticleSinging on the Battlefield: A Story of Worship in the Bible
In biblical worship what is God’s role? What is ours? We see the answer, of all places, in the middle of an ancient Jewish battle. Here is the story of how God worked through his people’s praises and...
View ArticleWorship in the Bible: A Lesson from Gideon
We find worship in the Bible where we would hardly expect it. The story of Gideon is one such place. We know the story well, but where do we find “worship”? Let’s review the facts. The angel of the...
View ArticleHow to Surrender No Premise
When disputing or discussing, it’s common to grant an opponent’s premise for the sake of argument. But we don’t always need to, and it’s not always desirable. Take this example: One who supports...
View ArticleCertainty, Judgment, and Planned Parenthood
Let the little children come to me,” said Jesus (Matthew 19:14). But see what happens to a nation when it ignores the heart of God. Yea, they sacrificed their sons and their daughters unto devils, And...
View ArticleHow to Care More about Corporate Worship
“Is it worth it to go to church this week?” Sometimes we all ask it. Apparently we aren’t the first. The author of Hebrews had the same problem in mind. He exhorted Christians not to forsake corporate...
View Article3 Powerful Ways to Absorb God’s Word
A. W. Tozer said, “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” Our worship of God comes from our understanding of who He is. And where does our...
View Article10 Great Christian Resources
Here are my top 10 Christian resources for weekly reading. They are the kind of sites to sink your teeth into and really get to know. I’m not endorsing all of the particular views, but I do endorse the...
View ArticleChristianity and Government: An Interview with Jarrod Manning
I recently interviewed Jarrod Manning, the Associate Pastor of Ministry at Grace Bible Church of Brazosport. Jarrod studied at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and I found common ground in...
View ArticleOn Earth as It Is in Heaven
“Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” — We pray this. Do we take it seriously? What does it mean? What do we actually believe about God’s will being done on earth? Ask many...
View ArticleThe Top 10 Questions Christians Ask
Recently I surveyed a group of my Christian friends and asked, “What is one part of Christian life you wish were easier?” Thirty people responded, offering insight into their spiritual experience. I...
View Article9 Reasons a Christian Should Not Vote for Trump
I’m trying to be winsome. Let’s talk. Photograph by Gage Skidmore I don’t believe Donald Trump supports conservative positions. I’ve spent some time at Trump’s site. I’ve watched most of the debates...
View ArticleMust a Christian Vote?
When Christians look at Donald Trump, they are not happy. But many are now asking, wouldn’t it be better to support Trump so we can block Hillary Clinton, who is even worse? Click to see this post in...
View ArticleWhat Is Church For?
What is church all about? What’s the purpose of being a church? These are basic questions, but we all need a review from time to time. It keeps our vision alive. So what is church all about? The word...
View ArticleThe Wisdom of Donald Trump
Why I Voted Romney—But I Won’t Vote Trump Yes. I voted for Mitt Romney in 2012. I wasn’t happy about it. A nation becomes like its rulers, and I have no desire for our nation to look more like Mitt...
View ArticleMovie Review: Batman v Superman (2016).
Trying something new. Just a movie review. Let me know your thoughts! [SPOILER ALERT] [BE WARNED — SOME STORY ITEMS APPEAR BELOW] Short Version: Close to being a good movie. Instructive. Full Version:...
View ArticleThe Human Right that Doesn’t Exist
This article is from Sean Edwards, who blogs here. Thanks for allowing me to re-post your outstanding article! Around the world people believe healthcare is a human right. There are advocacy groups...
View ArticleThe Journey We Need
Dear Christian brother and sister, We grow as leaders as we set our hearts on the character of God. If you’re like me, you often ask… -Are there reasons for what God does? Can I trust him? -How can I...
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